by Renee Wadsworth | Aug 29, 2023 | Blog Post
A recent study reported that 27% of transgender individuals postponed or chose not to receive necessary medical care for fear of experiencing discrimination. We will explore four types of support – peer, financial, educational, and mental health – each...
by Renee Wadsworth | Aug 7, 2023 | Blog Post
Confronted with unique societal stressors, members of the LGBTQ+ community are often at a higher risk for mental health disorders such as depression and, notably, an increased vulnerability to suicidal ideation. Healthcare professionals need to recognize the...
by Renee Wadsworth | Jul 18, 2023 | Blog Post
When providing care for transgender patients, one key area of concern is physical examinations, which can be a source of discomfort for the patient. It is important, therefore, for healthcare providers to understand the underlying causes of this discomfort, apply...
by Helene Hedian, M.D. | Jun 26, 2023 | Scenario
Patient Name Blake Tasker Reason for Visit This 60-year-old patient (assigned male at birth) is already established in your primary care practice. You are seeing them for the first time today on behalf of a colleague who is out on parental leave for the next 3 months....
by Helene Hedian, M.D. | Jun 26, 2023 | Scenario
Patient Name Danny Clarke Reason for Visit 38 year old trans man (assigned female at birth) is presenting to establish care by video visit and asking if he needs a pap smear. Setting Telehealth Visit Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE) Gender...
